West Point to Wall Street

My Journey to Mental Wellness

De: Omar Ritter

Narrado por: Michael Joss

In vulnerability lies strength.

Do you feel trapped by your past? Are you struggling with mental health issues or overwhelmed with life’s pressures?

You’re not alone.

In West Point to Wall Street, veteran Omar Ritter reveals the lessons he’s learned over two decades of struggle with PTSD. A decorated combat veteran, Omar endured an eighteen-hour surgery for a brain injury and was medically retired from the military. He embarked on a second career as a finance and accounting executive, grappling with mental health challenges and searching for ways to alleviate the debilitating struggle. Now he’s offering powerful insights for confronting these demons and embracing the healing journey.

This book is a narrative and a roadmap for resilience that will enable you to transform pain into purpose. Embrace your story, find your strength, and regain hope with this thought-provoking guide for overcoming adversity and reclaiming your life.

©2025 Omar Ritter (P)2025 Omar Ritter

“Don’t bury your stories…”

“West Point to Wall Street: My Journey to Mental Wellness” by Omar Ritter is a deeply moving memoir that traces a remarkable path from a tumultuous childhood, through the rigors of military training at West Point, on to elite academic and professional achievements in business school and Wall Street with mental health battles woven throughout.

This passage really resonated with me, “Don’t bury your stories deep within, sealing them in a graveyard of memories they rarely visit. They may do this to protect themselves from painful memories or because they believe their pasts are irrelevant to their presents. Silence becomes a shield, a way to maintain control over what is shared and what is hidden.” We often hide our light (talents) because we fear our own greatness will not be valued or accepted by others. This book inspires the reader to get the help you need, so you can be ready to light the way for others.

What Sets This Book Apart:
This book is not just another rags-to-riches story. Omar Ritter courageously shares his real, raw story, including painful family upheavals, the strict discipline of military life, culture shocks, career pivots, and the lifelong effects of PTSD and brain surgery. The writing balances emotional candor with practical reflection, offering insight into how resilience is forged under extreme adversity.

Highlights and Themes:
• The depiction of West Point is vivid: Ritter gives an insider’s account of the academy’s tough physical, academic, and leadership demands, and explains the emotional effects of that environment.
• Ritter’s Wall Street journey feels authentic. Not just sharing his success, but the sleepless nights, networking struggles, and mental health pressures in all aspects of life.
• The mental health thread is powerful, as Ritter breaks the stigma by honestly discussing setbacks and the need for support, both personally and in the workplace.

The Author’s Style:
The book is written with warmth, humility, and a clear desire to help others face their own battles. Ritter’s storytelling is straightforward and accessible, mixing personal anecdotes with broader takeaways about resilience, the value of mentoring, and the importance of confronting one’s own limits.

Who Will Love This Book:
Anyone drawn to memoirs about overcoming adversity, especially those interested in military life, high-pressure finance careers, or mental health, will find this book inspiring and instructive. It’s practical for students, professionals, or anyone seeking more openness about life’s hardships and healing.

Final Thoughts:
“West Point to Wall Street” is a heartfelt, informative, and courageously honest account that will stay with readers long after the last page. Highly recommended for those who want to be inspired—and better understand both the grit required to succeed and the importance of caring for oneself.